1968 Ludovico de Santillana Venini Signed Murrina VaseA rare collector's item, this imposing very large Venini Vase is from the 'Gratta' Series made in 1968 and designed by Ludovico de Santillana at the Venini furnace in Venice. These pieces are highly sought after and rarely come in this large size. The modernist red 'Murrina' is set into the centre of this asymmertic vase. The vase appears in various publications and is signed on the base. Dimensions: W30cm x D30cm x H25cm

A wonderful find

The frame is made of brass and the base is made of frosted glass

though a high stool would also work for those who wish to sit in front of their mirror

Hand-blown in the 1960s

Dimensions: H26cm x W24cm x D24cm

This sign is made in metal and was originally hung outside a bar near Rome

The bottle is blown with a spiral turquoise pattern and is extremely pretty

Alfredo Barbini (1912-2007) was a master of Murano glass and known for his innovative designs and artisanal techniques

pieces of this perfection and beauty do not come round that often

A very beautiful set found in Bologna

The piece is distinguished by its beautifully fluted Art Deco rosewood façade and thick raised glass top

We recommend framing these pieces under glass to preserve them for another 400 years